1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 155 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea, 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Marea | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
