1956 Holden FE vs. 1989 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 33 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, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 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 1989 Morgan Plus 4.
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, 1989 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1989 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 1989 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | FE | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |