1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 60 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
