1959 Holden FC vs. 2002 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2002 Toyota Caldina is newer by 43 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 501 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 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina 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, 2002 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Holden FC | 2002 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FC | Caldina |
Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |