1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 291 kg more than 1959 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1959 Holden FC | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Belmont | FC |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |