1959 Holden FC vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 567 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 Mazda 5, 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 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Holden FC | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FC | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2166 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
