1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 504 is newer by 8 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 7 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 112 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | FB Special | 504 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2112 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |