1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 26 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 600 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Avanti | Holden |
Model | Avanti | FB Special |
Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2670 mm |