1957 Holden FE vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 40 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 2,327 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 475 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 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Holden FE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | FE | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |