1974 Fiat 126 vs. 1984 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1984 Holden Commodore is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Holden Commodore (142 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Holden Commodore weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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, 1984 Holden Commodore (266 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1984 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 1984 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 126 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 3296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2680 mm |
