1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1998 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1998 Lancia Kappa is newer by 37 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 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 340 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1998 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Lancia Kappa 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 | 1998 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | FB Special | Kappa |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2451 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |