1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element 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 Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 890 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 2006 Honda Element 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 Element 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 Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element 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 Element | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FB Special | Element |
| 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 | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
