1973 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Holden Torana
To start off, 1973 Fiat 500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,159 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Torana (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Torana weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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, 1972 Holden Torana (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 1972 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Torana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2440 mm |
