1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1968 Morris Minor

To start off, 1968 Morris Minor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. 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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Holden FB Special 1968 Morris Minor
Make Holden Morris
Model FB Special Minor
Year Released 1960 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3770 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2190 mm


 

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