1956 Holden FE vs. 2001 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2001 Holden Berlina is newer by 45 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Berlina weights approximately 590 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, 2001 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2001 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FE | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
