1979 Ford Granada vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Holden FE would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 520 kg more than 1956 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1956 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Granada | FE |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |