1961 Holden FB Special vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 37 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 880 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 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Holden FB Special | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Holden | Isuzu |
Model | FB Special | Trooper |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |