1998 Holden Nova vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1998 Holden Nova is newer by 33 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 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Nova 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 10 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova.
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, 1998 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Nova | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
