1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 43 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 751 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 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton 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 | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | FB Special | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
