1956 Holden FE vs. 1974 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1974 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 18 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 26 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Holden FE weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen 1302. (85 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1974 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FE | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
