1964 Holden FB Special vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 48 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, 2012 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 943 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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Holden FB Special | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | FB Special | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
