1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2002 Toyota Solara 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 295 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 Toyota Solara, 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 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara 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 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | FB Special | Solara |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |