1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 31 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 9 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon, 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, 1993 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Neon 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 | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Holden | Plymouth |
| Model | FB Special | Neon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
