1975 Fiat 131 vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 13 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, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Fiat 131.
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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 131. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 131 | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 131 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
