1976 Alpine A 110 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 110 is newer by 18 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, 1976 Alpine A 110 (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 188 kg more than 1976 Alpine A 110.
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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alpine A 110. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Alpine A 110 | 1958 Holden FE | |
Make | Alpine | Holden |
Model | A 110 | FE |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1647 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2670 mm |