1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 23 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 2,553 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (124 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 120 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.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna 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 | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FB Special | Magna |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2600 mm |
