1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1978 Toyota Tercel 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 240 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | Tercel |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |