1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1982 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1982 Toyota Blizzard 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 Toyota Blizzard (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 160 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.
Because 1982 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 1982 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2030 mm |
