1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 161 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
Model | FB Special | Colorado |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |