1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 42 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, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo 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 90 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo, 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Echo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
