1983 Fiat 126 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1983 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 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, 1958 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 395 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. 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, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | FE |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |
