1974 Ford Capri vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Ford Capri (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Capri | FE |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
