1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 42 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Celica weights approximately 75 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica 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 | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Celica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
