1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 45 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 30 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden FB Special | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | Yaris |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |