1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 110 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine 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 | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | FB Special | Alpine |
Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |