1956 Holden FE vs. 1972 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 504 is newer by 16 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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 350 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, 1972 Peugeot 504 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1972 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 1972 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | FE | 504 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |