1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1984 Renault 11
To start off, 1984 Renault 11 is newer by 21 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 10 more horse power than 1984 Renault 11. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 165 kg more than 1984 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 11. (102 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1984 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FB Special | 11 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
