1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 325 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, 2002 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | FB Special | 6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
