2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 42 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 765 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Nitro | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
