1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 304 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 124 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
