1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano is newer by 47 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 500 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 2011 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Holden | Tata |
| Model | FB Special | Nano |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2230 mm |
