1960 Holden FC vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 917 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 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | FC | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| 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 | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
