1959 Holden FC vs. 1969 Volvo 120
To start off, 1969 Volvo 120 is newer by 10 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, 1969 Volvo 120 (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 120 weights approximately 46 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, 1969 Volvo 120 (158 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1969 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Holden | Volvo |
Model | FC | 120 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |