2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 40 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 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 571 kg more than 1965 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2670 mm |
