1956 Holden FE vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Holden FE weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
Because 1956 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2001 Honda City | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FE | City |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
