1957 Holden FE vs. 1977 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1977 Toyota Mark II is newer by 20 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, 1977 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1977 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
