1960 Holden FC vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 46 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 194 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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, 2006 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FC | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | FC | Elise |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |