1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 38 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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo 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 194 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | FB Special | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
