1957 Holden FE vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 19 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FE | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
