1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 34 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Carina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. 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, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | Carina |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
