1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Getz is newer by 45 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, 2007 Hyundai Getz (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 87 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, 2007 Hyundai Getz, 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, 2007 Hyundai Getz (215 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Getz 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 | 2007 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | FB Special | Getz |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
