1959 Holden FE vs. 2005 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2005 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FE | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
