1956 Holden FE vs. 1960 Skoda 1200
To start off, 1960 Skoda 1200 is newer by 4 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Skoda 1200. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1960 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Skoda 1200 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Holden FE.
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, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Skoda 1200. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 1960 Skoda 1200 | |
Make | Holden | Skoda |
Model | FE | 1200 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1221 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |