1976 Ford Capri vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1976 Ford Capri 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (64 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Ford Capri. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 90 kg more than 1976 Ford Capri. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Capri | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | FB Special |
Year Released | 1976 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |