1957 Holden FE vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 47 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 630 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, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | Previa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
