1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FB Special | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | FB Special | Belmont |
Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |