1957 Holden FE vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 53 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 298 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, 2010 Lancia Musa, 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Holden FE | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | FE | Musa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
