1959 Holden FC vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 50 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, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 477 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, 2009 Honda Fit, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FC | Fit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
