1975 Ford Capri vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1975 Ford Capri is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 Holden FE.
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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 1958 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | FE |
Year Released | 1975 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |