1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 43 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 380 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
