1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1959 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1965 Holden FB Special is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1959 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 1959 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | FB Special | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2060 mm |
