1962 Holden FB Special vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 650 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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 | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
