1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1970 Nissan Skyline 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 10 kg more than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2650 mm |
