1957 Holden FE vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1959 Volvo 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1957 Holden FE.
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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | FE | 120 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |