1959 Holden FE vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 54 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1097 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FE | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FE | Tundra |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3221 mm |