1974 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1974 Austin Allegro is newer by 9 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 285 kg more than 1974 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Austin Allegro, 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin Allegro | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Allegro | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
