1964 Austin A 60 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1964 Austin A 60 is newer by 1 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (64 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 60 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 60 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | A 60 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |