2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Because 1960 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Kalos | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
