1959 Holden FC vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1978 Nissan Stanza is newer by 19 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, 1978 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 29 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FC | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
