2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 356 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 1964 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 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Colorado | FB Special |
Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |