1958 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 47 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2005 Holden Caprice (369 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500. 2005 Holden Caprice 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. 2005 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 500 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
