1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1983 Austin Maestro is newer by 20 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1963 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 1963 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Maestro | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
