1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 45 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 2,954 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 794 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 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
