1987 Austin Montego vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 29 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, 1987 Austin Montego (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Montego weights approximately 130 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Holden FE is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Montego | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Montego | FE |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
