1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 140 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 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 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | FB Special | B2300 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |