1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1974 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 12 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 45 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. 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, 1974 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 1974 Ford Capri | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | FB Special | Capri |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |