1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2001 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2001 Mazda MPV is newer by 36 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, 2001 Mazda MPV (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 500 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, 2001 Mazda MPV, 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, 2001 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MPV 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 | 2001 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FB Special | MPV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2850 mm |
