1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1975 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1975 Skoda 110 L is newer by 14 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1975 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 295 kg more than 1975 Skoda 110 L. 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Skoda 110 L. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 1975 Skoda 110 L | |
Make | Holden | Skoda |
Model | FB Special | 110 L |
Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |