1983 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1983 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 510 kg more than 1961 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Campagnola. (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Campagnola | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Campagnola | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
