1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1961 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 1976 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2900 mm |
