1958 Holden FE vs. 1980 Morgan 4
To start off, 1980 Morgan 4 is newer by 22 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, 1980 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Morgan 4.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 1980 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | FE | 4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |