1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1971 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 9 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 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | FB Special | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2110 mm |
