1976 Citroen CX vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 11 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 376 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, 1976 Citroen CX, 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | CX | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
