1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Holden Torana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 450 kg more than 1968 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, 1972 Holden Torana (131 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 500 | Torana |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |