1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1970 Fiat 124 is newer by 10 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, 1960 Holden FB Special (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 124 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 124 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
