1959 Holden FC vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 40 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Camry weights approximately 391 kg more than 1959 Holden FC. 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, 1999 Toyota Camry, 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, 1999 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FC | Camry |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |