1959 Holden FE vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 53 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, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 180 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1.
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, 2012 Citroen C1, 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | FE | C1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
