1959 Holden FE vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 517 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FE | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2799 mm |
