1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1985 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 24 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, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta 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 122 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1961 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Jetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 1985 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FB Special | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
