1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 460 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Scorpio | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Scorpio | FE |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |