1956 Holden FE vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Spider is newer by 39 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, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Spider weights approximately 25 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.
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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FE | Spider |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
