1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1981 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1981 Holden Commodore is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Holden Commodore weights approximately 355 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1100. 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, 1981 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fiat 1100 | 1981 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1100 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |