1962 Holden FB Special vs. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Holden FB Special | 2010 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | FB Special | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
