1963 Austin Princess vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1963 Austin Princess is newer by 5 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 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 1200 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.
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, 1963 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1963 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 1958 Holden FE | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | Princess | FE |
Year Released | 1963 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2670 mm |