1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Newport is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Newport (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 815 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Newport | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | Newport | FB Special |
Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |