1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 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, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta 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 52 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
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, 1975 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Beta 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 | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | FB Special | Beta |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |