1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1981 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1981 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 21 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, 1981 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Nissan Bluebird.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 1981 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
