1957 Holden FE vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 37 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 240 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FE | 626 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
