1959 Holden FE vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 49 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 337 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FE | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
