1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 44 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 293 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | FB Special | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
