1960 Holden FC vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | FC | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
