1984 Ford Granada vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 25 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 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 251 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, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | FC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
