1963 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 42 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, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 217 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Holden FB Special | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FB Special | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
