1976 Austin Maxi vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1976 Austin Maxi is newer by 14 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Austin Maxi (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Austin Maxi should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Because 1962 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 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Austin Maxi, 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maxi | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
