1963 Holden FB Special vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 104 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | FB Special | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2210 mm |
