1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 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, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 74 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FB Special | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
