1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 47 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.

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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Honda Accord
Make Holden Honda
Model FB Special Accord
Year Released 1960 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2261 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1075 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2750 mm


 

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