1974 Fiat 128 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 128 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 128 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2670 mm |
