1962 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2004 Holden Berlina is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Berlina weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 500 | 2004 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 500 | Berlina |
Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |