2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 41 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Holden FB Special weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda, 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, 1964 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
