1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FB Special | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
