1960 Holden FC vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 589 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 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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, 2010 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2010 Subaru Forester 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. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FC | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | FC | Forester |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |