1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1973 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1973 Triumph 1500 is newer by 10 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 4 more horse power than 1973 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden FB Special | 1973 Triumph 1500 | |
Make | Holden | Triumph |
Model | FB Special | 1500 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |