1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 375 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 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FB Special | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
