1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1964 Holden FB Special is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Holden FB Special | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | FB Special | Flavia |
Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |