1962 Abarth 2400 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1962 Abarth 2400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,323 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Abarth 2400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 2400 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1956 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, 1962 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1962 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 2400 | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 2400 | FE |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
