1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 44 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Picanto weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Because 1961 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Holden FB Special | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FB Special | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
