1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 32 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 220 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | FE |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
