1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1993 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1993 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 29 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 266 kg more than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
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) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda AZ-1. (85 Nm). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1993 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FB Special | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2240 mm |
