1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1970 Mini MK III
To start off, 1970 Mini MK III is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini MK III, 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1970 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Holden | Mini |
| Model | FB Special | MK III |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |
