1980 Holden Commodore vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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 Ducato, 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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Commodore | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3460 mm |
