1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1976 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1976 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta 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 100 kg more than 1976 Lancia Beta.
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, 1976 Lancia Beta, 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta 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 | 1976 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | FB Special | Beta |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
