2004 Holden Cruze vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2004 Holden Cruze is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Holden FB Special weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Because 2004 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Cruze 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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Cruze | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
