1961 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 46 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3200 mm |
