1958 Holden FE vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 38 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 545 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.
Because 1958 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | FE | Safrane |
Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |