1960 Holden FC vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 49 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, 1960 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 470 kg more than 1960 Holden FC.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FC | Colt |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
