1960 Holden FC vs. 2007 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 47 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1044 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, 2007 Kia Carnival, 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, 2007 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2007 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FC | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
