1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1960 Holden FB Special is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 2200 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 2200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 10 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 2200 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
