1957 Holden FE vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 43 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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 230 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, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | FE | 306 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
