2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 47 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 236 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Ranger | FC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2670 mm |
