1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando

To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 45 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 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 500 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
Make Holden Chevrolet
Model FB Special Orlando
Year Released 1965 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2260 cc 2384 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 64 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 4900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4652 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1836 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1633 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2760 mm


 

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