1960 Holden FC vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 30 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 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Ignis. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FC | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| 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 | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
