1960 Holden FC vs. 1970 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1970 Toyota Corona is newer by 10 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 75 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.

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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Holden FC 1970 Toyota Corona
Make Holden Toyota
Model FC Corona
Year Released 1960 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2165 cc 1490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 905 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2440 mm


 

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