1964 Holden FB Special vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 35 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, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio 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 155 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 1999 Kia Rio, 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FB Special | Rio |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
