1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1966 Holden HD
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Holden HD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Holden HD (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Holden HD should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Holden HD weights approximately 204 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. 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, 1966 Holden HD (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Holden HD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1966 Holden HD | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 124 | HD |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
