1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 48 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 532 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | FB Special | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |