1960 Holden FC vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny

To start off, 1969 Nissan Sunny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 335 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Holden FC 1969 Nissan Sunny
Make Holden Nissan
Model FC Sunny
Year Released 1960 1969
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2165 cc 988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 75 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 645 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2290 mm


 

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