1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 49 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 155 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, 2010 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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | Corolla |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2601 mm |