1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1953 Holden FX
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Holden FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Holden FX would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1953 Holden FX. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1953 Holden FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 130 kg more than 1953 Holden FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Holden FX. (136 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Holden FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1953 Holden FX | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FB Special | FX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
