1958 Holden FE vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 21 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, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Holden FE | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FE | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
