1983 Fiat Regata vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1983 Fiat Regata is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,260 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Regata (71 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Because 1965 Holden FB Special is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Regata, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Regata | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
