1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 145 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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Holden FB Special | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | FB Special | Cooper |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2466 mm |