1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 41 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 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 748 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2005 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu D-MAX 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 | 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | FB Special | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3060 mm |
