1959 Holden FE vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 792 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Holden | SsangYong |
Model | FE | Actyon |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |