1960 Holden FC vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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, 1974 Toyota Celica (85 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 10 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica.
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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FC | Celica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
