1957 Holden FE vs. 1998 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1998 Honda Prelude is newer by 41 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Prelude weights approximately 260 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, 1998 Honda Prelude, 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, 1998 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Holden FE | 1998 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FE | Prelude |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |