1959 Holden FC vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 69 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FC | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
