1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 44 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (180 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 190 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
