1959 Holden FC vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 12 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, 1959 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 289 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FC | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
