1997 Fiat Barchetta vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1997 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 37 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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1960 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta 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 40 kg more than 1997 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1997 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Fiat Barchetta | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Barchetta | FB Special |
Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |