1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 46 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 436 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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V 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 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | FB Special | CR-V |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2619 mm |