1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 64 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1976 Holden Sunbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Holden Sunbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Sunbird | 500 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2301 mm |
