1976 Fiat 131 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1976 Fiat 131 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 Fiat 131 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Fiat 131 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 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, 1976 Fiat 131 (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Fiat 131 | 1958 Holden FE | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 131 | FE |
Year Released | 1976 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |