2002 Holden Jackaroo vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 40 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 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Jackaroo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (158 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Jackaroo should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 945 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Holden Jackaroo (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Jackaroo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Jackaroo | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Jackaroo | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
