1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FB Special | Familia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2200 mm |
