2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 45 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 335 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo, 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Bravo | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1956 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
