1959 Holden FC vs. 1959 Moretti 1200

To start off, both 1959 Holden FC and 1959 Moretti 1200 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti 1200 (68 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti 1200 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 84 kg more than 1959 Moretti 1200.

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.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Holden FC 1959 Moretti 1200
Make Holden Moretti
Model FC 1200
Year Released 1959 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2166 cc 1204 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 984 kg 900 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1290 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2210 mm


 

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