1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 10 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone 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 230 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | FB Special | Leone |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
