1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1996 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 35 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 180 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 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, 1996 Lancia Delta, 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta 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 | 1996 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | FB Special | Delta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
