1956 Holden FE vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | Celica |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
