1950 Fiat 1400 vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 1960 Holden FC is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Holden FC.
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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Fiat 1400 | 1960 Holden FC | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1400 | FC |
Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |