1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 45 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 29 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 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord 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 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FB Special | Accord |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |