1969 Fiat 850 vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1969 Fiat 850 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 249 kg more than 1969 Fiat 850. 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, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 850. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 850 | 1959 Holden FC | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 850 | FC |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |