1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1970 AMC Ambassador is newer by 11 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 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 666 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, 1970 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC. 1970 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Ambassador | 1959 Holden FC | |
Make | AMC | Holden |
Model | Ambassador | FC |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4981 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |