1959 Holden FC vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 54 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 550 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | FC | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2911 mm |
