1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1974 Holden Torana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 285 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1974 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1200 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
