1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 41 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 250 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, 1998 Ford Scorpio (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Scorpio | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Scorpio | FE |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |