1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1993 Westfield ZEI

To start off, 1993 Westfield ZEI 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. In terms of performance, 1993 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Westfield ZEI 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 375 kg more than 1993 Westfield ZEI.

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, 1993 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.

Compare all specifications:

1964 Holden FB Special 1993 Westfield ZEI
Make Holden Westfield
Model FB Special ZEI
Year Released 1964 1993
Engine Size 2262 cc 1993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 725 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 3550 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1570 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1060 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2340 mm


 

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