1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FB Special | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
