1961 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 42 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1185 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (375 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 2003 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. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2950 mm |
