1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 65 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 2001 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | FB Special | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
