1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 286 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | FB Special | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
