2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Holden FC. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Holden FC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 277 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Holden FC. (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Holden FC. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1959 Holden FC has manual transmission. 1959 Holden FC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | FC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
