1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1997 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1997 Holden Commodore is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Commodore (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 Holden Commodore.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Holden Commodore (395 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1997 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
