1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 46 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 584 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, 2009 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (157 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Holden FB Special | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | Corolla |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |