1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2002 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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 50 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2002 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2002 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FB Special | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
