1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair 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 2,368 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvair should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvair weights approximately 190 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvair | FE |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2368 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
