2006 Audi A3 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Audi | Holden |
| Model | A3 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
