1960 Holden FC vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 41 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, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 45 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 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FC | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
