1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 142 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 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FB Special | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
