1959 Holden FE vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 48 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1036 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2007 Honda Pilot 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. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FE | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
