1960 Holden FC vs. 1981 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 929 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1960 Holden FC. 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, 1981 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1981 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FC | 929 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
