1959 Holden FC vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 49 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FC | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
