1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 32 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 415 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada 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 | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FB Special | Verada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
