1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 12 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 396 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Monaro | FC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
