1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 42 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, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit 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 40 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FB Special | Fit |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
