1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 370 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FB Special | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
