1963 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Holden Nova
To start off, 1994 Holden Nova is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Nova (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Nova weights approximately 645 kg more than 1963 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Holden Nova, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Holden Nova (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 500. 1994 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 500 | 1994 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
