1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 48 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), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 254 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, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element 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 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FB Special | Element |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| 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 | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
