2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FC would be higher. At 2,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FC (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 Holden FC.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Holden FC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | FC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
