1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 590 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1988 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
