1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 70 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |