2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 43 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1963 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1963 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 650 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 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | TrailBlazer | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
