1984 Austin Montego vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 21 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, 1984 Austin Montego (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego 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 56 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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, 1984 Austin Montego, 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, 1984 Austin Montego (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | Montego | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
