1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1965 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 26 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden FB Special weights approximately 340 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1965 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1965 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2670 mm |
