1956 Holden FE vs. 1967 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1967 Mazda Luce 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 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1967 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FE | Luce |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
