1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 880 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 750 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |