2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1381 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
