1957 Holden FE vs. 1993 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1993 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 36 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 100 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, 1993 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1957 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Pulsar. 1993 Nissan Pulsar has automatic transmission and 1957 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1957 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Nissan Pulsar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1993 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FE | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
