1974 Holden Torana vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 14 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 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Torana | FC |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 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 | 1210 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
