1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 44 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 247 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord 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 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FB Special | Accord |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
