1965 Abarth 1300 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1965 Abarth 1300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 1300 (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 1300 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 470 kg more than 1965 Abarth 1300.
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:
| 1965 Abarth 1300 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 1300 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2670 mm |
