2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1962 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Holden FB Special weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 1962 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 1962 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
