1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo is newer by 30 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, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 161 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
