1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow is newer by 10 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, 1960 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Holden FC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Holden FC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Daihatsu Fellow, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (40 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 1960 Holden FC | |
Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
Model | Fellow | FC |
Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 465 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |