1959 Holden FC vs. 1987 Holden Drover
To start off, 1987 Holden Drover is newer by 28 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, 1987 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover 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 1987 Holden Drover.
Because 1987 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 1987 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FC | Drover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
