1960 Holden FC vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 30 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Holden FC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Holden | Mercury |
| Model | FC | Capri |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
