1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FB Special | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
