1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
| Model | 145 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
