1960 Holden FB Special vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord, 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 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Holden FB Special | 1998 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FB Special | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |