1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant 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 160 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FB Special | Galant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
