1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1977 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 600 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Avanti | Holden |
| Model | Avanti | FC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
