1953 Fiat 1900 vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, 1979 Holden GTS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 300 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1900. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1900. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1900. 1979 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1900 | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1900 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
