1957 Holden FE vs. 1990 Nissan Pintara
To start off, 1990 Nissan Pintara is newer by 33 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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1990 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1990 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 1990 Nissan Pintara | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FE | Pintara |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |