1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 500 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2670 mm |