1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1988 Holden Commodore

To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 630 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Abarth 1000 1988 Holden Commodore
Make Abarth Holden
Model 1000 Commodore
Year Released 1959 1988
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 998 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 88 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 292 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2740 mm