1992 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Escort | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
