1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1965 Toyota Crown is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Toyota Crown (80 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 155 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Toyota Crown. (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Crown |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
