1959 Holden FE vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | FE | Korando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2293 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 | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
