1991 Holden Nova vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1991 Holden Nova is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Nova (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Holden Nova.
Because 1962 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 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Holden Nova, 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Nova. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Nova | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Nova | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
