1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden FB Special | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | FB Special | 604 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |