1976 Audi 100 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1963 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Audi | Holden |
Model | 100 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |