1979 Fiat 133 vs. 1973 Holden UTE
To start off, 1979 Fiat 133 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden UTE would be higher. At 5,047 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden UTE (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133.
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, 1973 Holden UTE (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat 133 | 1973 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 133 | UTE |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5047 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
