1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 82 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, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic 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 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FB Special | Civic |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
