1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 65 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant 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 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FB Special | Galant |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
