1958 Holden FE vs. 1959 MG MGA
To start off, 1959 MG MGA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 MG MGA (106 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 MG MGA should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 80 kg more than 1959 MG MGA.
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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 MG MGA. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 MG MGA.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 1959 MG MGA | |
Make | Holden | MG |
Model | FE | MGA |
Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |