1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 820 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 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | FB Special | Safari |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
