1956 Holden FE vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 29 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, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Holden FE weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | FE | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
