1957 Holden FE vs. 1970 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 1970 Triumph Toledo is newer by 13 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 3 more horse power than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Holden FE weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 1970 Triumph Toledo | |
Make | Holden | Triumph |
Model | FE | Toledo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1970 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |