1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 1982 Lada Niva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lada Niva weights approximately 50 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | FB Special | Niva |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1150 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 |
