1956 Holden FE vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 55 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 510 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 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, 2011 Toyota Camry, 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Holden FE | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FE | Camry |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2776 mm |