1955 Ford Vedette vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1961 Holden FB Special is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 25 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Vedette | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Vedette | FB Special |
Year Released | 1955 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |