1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 130 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden FB Special | 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | FB Special | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1963 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |