1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2005 Toyota Prius 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 Prius (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Prius weights approximately 250 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 Prius, 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Prius |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
