1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is newer by 13 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 2,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 1957 Holden FE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Comodoro | FE |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
