1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 16 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Holden FE weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1956 Holden FE | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | GT | FE |
Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |