1989 Ford Corsair vs. 1956 Holden FE
To start off, 1989 Ford Corsair is newer by 33 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Corsair (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1956 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1956 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Corsair weights approximately 210 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, 1989 Ford Corsair, 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, 1989 Ford Corsair (189 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Holden FE. (151 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Corsair | 1956 Holden FE | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Corsair | FE |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
