2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 45 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, 2004 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Cruze weights approximately 5 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 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 2004 Holden Cruze 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Cruze | FE |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
