1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 25 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, 1988 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 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 145 kg more than 1988 Renault 21.
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, 1988 Renault 21, 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FB Special | 21 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
