1959 Holden FC vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 26 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, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 78 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FC | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
