1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 16 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, 1981 Renault 9 (67 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 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 240 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | FB Special | 9 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
