1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Scorpio | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Scorpio | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
