1957 Holden FE vs. 1974 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1974 Innocenti Mini is newer by 17 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, 1974 Innocenti Mini (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Holden FE weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1957 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 1957 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Innocenti Mini, 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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1974 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Holden | Innocenti |
| Model | FE | Mini |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2050 mm |
