1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 49 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 19 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | FB Special | Sonata |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
