1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1971 Triumph 2000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph 2000 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | FB Special | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
