1959 Holden FE vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1120 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 1959 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2007 Kia Sedona 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 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FE | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
