1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1992 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1992 Toyota Starlet is newer by 31 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 11 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 370 kg more than 1992 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Toyota Starlet, 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Starlet. (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 1992 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | Starlet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |