1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 42 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cerato weights approximately 226 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, 2007 Kia Cerato, 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | FB Special | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
