1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 640 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 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | FB Special | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
