2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1961 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,262 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Holden FB Special weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Holden FB Special. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1961 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 1961 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
