1959 Holden FC vs. 1972 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 204 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, 1959 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 119 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Holden FC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Holden FC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1972 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | FC | 204 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
