1958 Holden FE vs. 1955 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1958 Holden FE is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,451 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 154 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1955 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1955 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 1955 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | FE | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |