1996 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 38 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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Holden FE weights approximately 135 kg more than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1996 Daihatsu Charade, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Daihatsu Charade. (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Daihatsu Charade | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Charade | FE |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2670 mm |
