1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1986 Toyota Crown is newer by 26 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, 1986 Toyota Crown (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Crown weights approximately 170 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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FB Special | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | Crown |
Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |