1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1980 Volvo 66
To start off, 1980 Volvo 66 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 66.
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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1980 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FB Special | 66 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
