1956 Holden FE vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 400 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 Prius, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | Prius |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
