1990 Holden Commodore vs. 1959 Holden FE

To start off, 1990 Holden Commodore 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Holden Commodore weights approximately 330 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, 1990 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1990 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Holden Commodore 1959 Holden FE
Make Holden Holden
Model Commodore FE
Year Released 1990 1959
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 2166 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 60 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 292 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1310 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2670 mm


 

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