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 |