1958 Fiat 500 vs. 1998 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1998 Holden Statesman is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Holden Statesman (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 1998 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1958 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 500 | 1998 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 500 | Statesman |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2830 mm |