1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1981 Nissan Laurel is newer by 18 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Laurel (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 45 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, 1981 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | FB Special | Laurel |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |