1959 Holden FC vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 528 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FC | Altima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2675 mm |
