1959 Holden FE vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1979 Simca 1100 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Simca 1100 (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Simca 1100.
Because 1959 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 1959 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100, 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FE | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Holden | Simca |
| Model | FE | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
