1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2002 Holden Frontera is newer by 40 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 600 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 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera 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, 2002 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Frontera 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 | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | FB Special | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
