1956 Holden FE vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 22 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, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 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 1978 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Holden | Seat |
| Model | FE | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
