1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1999 Holden Commodore (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 132 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 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 | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2950 mm |
