1957 Holden FE vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 48 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 178 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
