1972 Fiat 132 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 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 132 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1984 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 70 kg more than 1972 Fiat 132.
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 Fiat 132 (145 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 132 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 132 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
