1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 254 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord 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 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FB Special | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |