1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 35 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 375 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Galant (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Galant 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 | 1999 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FB Special | Galant |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
