1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1960 Austin A 90 is newer by 1 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 520 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 90 | 1959 Holden FE | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 90 | FE |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |