1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 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 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 470 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Valiant | FE |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
