1994 Ford Contour vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1994 Ford Contour is newer by 33 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, 1994 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Contour weights approximately 142 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Ford Contour, 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, 1994 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Contour | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Contour | FB Special |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |