1959 Holden FE vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 52 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 727 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 1959 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | FE | Sorento |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2400 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |