1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1994 Mazda 626
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 is newer by 33 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, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 626 weights approximately 120 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 1994 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | FB Special | 626 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |