1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 351 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | FB Special | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
