2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 47 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox (286 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Equinox | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
