1980 Audi Sport vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 19 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, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 100 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | Sport | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
