1988 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1988 Citroen CX is newer by 32 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, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 268 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.
Because 1956 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 1956 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX, 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | CX | FE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
