1965 Holden FB Special vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 25 kg more than 1965 Holden FB Special.
Because 1965 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 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda, 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden FB Special | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | FB Special | Panda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2310 mm |
