1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 39 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 415 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 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
