1998 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 38 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 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 280 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 1998 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daihatsu Rocky | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Rocky | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
