1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 586 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 Chrysler Cordoba (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba 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 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Cordoba | FC |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |
