1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1960 Holden FB Special is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 488 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
