1957 Holden FE vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 45 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, 2002 MCC Smart (80 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Holden FE weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2002 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Holden | MCC |
| Model | FE | Smart |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
