1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1970 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1970 Triumph Spitfire 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, 1970 Triumph Spitfire (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph Spitfire. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1970 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | FB Special | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
