1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2009 Tata Indigo is newer by 47 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, 2009 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indigo weights approximately 40 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, 2009 Tata Indigo, 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2009 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | FB Special | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
