1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1978 Mazda RX-2
To start off, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is newer by 16 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 2,290 cc, 1978 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda RX-2 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 140 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1978 Mazda RX-2 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FB Special | RX-2 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
