1960 Holden FC vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 48 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 404 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 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FC | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3250 mm |
