1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1987 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Mazda 929 is newer by 27 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda 929 (163 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mazda 929 weights approximately 380 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, 1987 Mazda 929 (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda 929 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 | 1987 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | FB Special | 929 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |