1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 35 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 520 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, 1997 Toyota Previa, 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa 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 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Previa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
