1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 64 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore 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 1980 Holden Commodore. 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Commodore | 500 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1890 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2301 mm |
