1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Lada Niva
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva 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 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lada Niva weights approximately 185 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 2009 Lada Niva 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, 2009 Lada Niva 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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Holden FB Special | 2009 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | FB Special | Niva |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
