1958 Holden FE vs. 2005 Morgan Roadster
To start off, 2005 Morgan Roadster is newer by 47 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Morgan Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan Roadster (224 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Roadster should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Morgan Roadster.
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, 2005 Morgan Roadster (285 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Holden FE | 2005 Morgan Roadster | |
Make | Holden | Morgan |
Model | FE | Roadster |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |