1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 128 | FE |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
