1960 Holden FC vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1010 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 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2003 Kia Sorento 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. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FC | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
