1957 Fiat 600 vs. 1983 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 970 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600. 1983 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 1983 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
