2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1962 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 46 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande 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 60 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande 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, 2008 Fiat Grande 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, 1962 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 1962 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Grande Punto | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
