1958 Fiat 1100 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 675 kg more than 1958 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1100 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1100 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |
