1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 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, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant 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 158 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FB Special | Galant |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
