1960 Holden FC vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 796 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 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2009 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1960 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1960 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | FC | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
