1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 25 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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont 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 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, 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 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Holden | Vauxhall |
| Model | FB Special | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
