1958 Holden FE vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 34 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 2,616 cc, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 320 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | FE | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |