1960 Fiat 500 vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1983 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,891 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Commodore weights approximately 605 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. 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, 1983 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500. 1983 Holden Commodore has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Holden Commodore will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 500 | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 500 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 2670 mm |
