1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1990 Holden Barina is newer by 30 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, 1990 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina 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 370 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina.
Because 1960 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Holden Barina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FB Special | Barina |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2250 mm |
