1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1959 Holden FC
To start off, 1977 Fiat 133 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FC weights approximately 294 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. 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, 1959 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1959 Holden FC | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 133 | FC |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
