1959 Holden FE vs. 2006 Tata Indica

To start off, 2006 Tata Indica is newer by 47 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, 2006 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Indica weights approximately 620 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indica.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Holden FE 2006 Tata Indica
Make Holden Tata
Model FE Indica
Year Released 1959 2006
Engine Size 2166 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 60 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2410 mm


 

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