1973 Fiat 125 vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1973 Fiat 125 is newer by 9 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, 1973 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Fiat 125.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 125 | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 125 | FB Special |
Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |