1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Mazda B2300

To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 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 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 258 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B2300 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 Mazda B2300
Make Holden Mazda
Model FB Special B2300
Year Released 1962 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2262 cc 2260 cc
Horse Power 64 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1358 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2840 mm


 

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