2005 Fiat Punto vs. 1960 Holden FC
To start off, 2005 Fiat Punto 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 Punto. (60 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FC should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FC weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Holden FC 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 FC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1960 Holden FC (150 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Punto | 1960 Holden FC | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | FC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 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 | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
