1980 Ford Escort vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 77 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Escort | 1959 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Escort | FE |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |