1957 Holden FE vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1981 Nissan Sunny is newer by 24 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, 1981 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Holden FE weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
