1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe is newer by 9 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 260 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | Coupe | FC |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
