1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 1975 Renault 4 is newer by 11 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 30 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 434 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. 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, 1975 Renault 4, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FB Special | 4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
