1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Ritmo | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
