1957 Holden FE vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 28 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, 1985 Renault 25 (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 200 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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (129 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FE | 25 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
