1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Florian is newer by 21 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, 1982 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | FB Special | Florian |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
