1956 Holden FE vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 11 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Holden FE weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Because 1956 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Lancia Fulvia. (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | FE | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
