1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 50 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, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT 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 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | FB Special | TT |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
