1959 Holden FE vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 50 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 900 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 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (411 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | FE | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
