2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 770 kg more than 1956 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1956 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1956 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | TrailBlazer | FE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
