1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 30 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 162 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | FC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
