1960 Holden FC vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 52 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 272 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 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, 2012 Citroen C3, 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3. 2012 Citroen C3 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. 2012 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FC | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Holden | Citroen |
| Model | FC | C3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
