1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1966 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 140 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FB Special | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |