2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 45 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 650 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Colorado | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
