1959 Holden FE vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 680 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FE | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |