1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Ignis.
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 Suzuki Ignis, 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 Suzuki Ignis (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FB Special | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
