1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 51 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, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 256 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, 2013 Acura ILX, 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX 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 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | FB Special | ILX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
