1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (169 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 560 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Holden Commodore (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 128 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
