1957 Holden FE vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 34 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 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 336 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1991 Plymouth Acclaim (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
Make | Holden | Plymouth |
Model | FE | Acclaim |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |