1964 Autobianchi Primula vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, both 1964 Autobianchi Primula and 1964 Holden FB Special were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 266 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Autobianchi Primula, 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Primula. (93 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Primula.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Autobianchi Primula | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Autobianchi | Holden |
Model | Primula | FB Special |
Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 834 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |