1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
Because 1964 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 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC, 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, 1995 Saturn SC (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Holden | Saturn |
| Model | FB Special | SC |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
