1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2004 Holden Statesman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Statesman (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1969 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 Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 2004 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| 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 | 18 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |
