1956 Holden FE vs. 1967 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1967 Steyr 700C 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, 1956 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 700C. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Holden FE weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 Steyr 700C. 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, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1967 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Holden | Steyr |
| Model | FE | 700C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 642 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1950 mm |
