1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 635 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Holden | Volvo |
| Model | FB Special | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
