1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 23 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 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 185 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1961 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 1961 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33, 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 33 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
