1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1989 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 26 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, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Piazza 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 | 1989 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | FB Special | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
