1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1956 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1962 Holden FB Special is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Because 1956 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Jeep CJ5 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 1956 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | FB Special | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3153 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2060 mm |
