1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1998 Holden Commodore is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 685 kg more than 1960 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1200 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |
