1960 Holden FC vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 51 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 869 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Holden FC 2011 Jeep Liberty
Make Holden Jeep
Model FC Liberty
Year Released 1960 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2165 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 318 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 1849 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4473 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1857 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2695 mm