1981 Fiat 131 vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 25 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 125 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 131 | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 131 | FE |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
