1999 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 546 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.
Because 1999 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Dakota | FC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
