1960 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 469 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | FB Special | Forester |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2616 mm |