1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1997 Renault Spider
To start off, 1997 Renault Spider is newer by 36 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, 1997 Renault Spider (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Spider 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 110 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Spider 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 | 1997 Renault Spider | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | FB Special | Spider |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |