1978 Ford Capri vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1978 Ford Capri is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 136 kg more than 1957 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | FE |
Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |