1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1963 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1963 Holden FB Special is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1963 Holden FB Special.
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, 1963 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1400 | 1963 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1400 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |