1956 Holden FE vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 56 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 570 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 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Holden FE | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FE | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
