1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 825 kg more than 1960 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Caravan | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
