1965 Holden FB Special vs. 1995 Nissan Presea

To start off, 1995 Nissan Presea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (143 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Presea weights approximately 30 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1965 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 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, 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, 1995 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Holden FB Special 1995 Nissan Presea
Make Holden Nissan
Model FB Special Presea
Year Released 1965 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2590 mm


 

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