1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1959 Holden FC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 466 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Holden |
| Model | Sports Convertible | FC |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
