1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Because 1965 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 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | FB Special | 305 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
