1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 is newer by 22 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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 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 140 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | Lancia 037 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
