1998 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166, 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 (187 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | 166 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |