1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 40 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, 2005 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 273 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FB Special | Accord |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1373 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |