1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 31 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 336 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Spirit | FE |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
