1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1960 Austin A 99 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Austin A 99 (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 99 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1957 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 99 | FE |
Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |