1959 Holden FC vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1963 Rover 2000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 228 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.
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, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | FC | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
