1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 44 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 755 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 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | FB Special | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
