1981 Ford Capri vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 21 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 13 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 5 kg more than 1960 Holden FC.
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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1960 Holden FC | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | FC |
Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |