1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 41 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, 2003 Mazda Roadster (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 70 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FB Special | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
