1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 1190 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.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2710 mm |
