1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 231 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Commodore | FC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
