1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 42 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 830 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.
Because 1958 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2650 mm |
