1959 Holden FC vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 1972 Mazda 616 is newer by 13 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, 1972 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 74 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FC | 616 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
