1959 Holden FE vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 556 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, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2007 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FE | V50 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
