1968 Ford Escort vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 12 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Holden FE weights approximately 109 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort, 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, 1956 Holden FE (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | FE |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 871 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
