1977 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special.
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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Granada | FB Special |
Year Released | 1977 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |