2000 Audi A4 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi A4 (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A4 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
