1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 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, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 296 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FB Special | Familia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
