1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2000 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 705 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1500. 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1500 | 2000 Holden Commodore | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1500 | Commodore |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 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 | 905 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2950 mm |