1958 Holden FE vs. 1970 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1970 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 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, 1970 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda Luce weights approximately 70 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 1970 Mazda Luce | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | FE | Luce |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |