1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1959 Holden FE
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Holden FE would be higher. At 2,166 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Holden FE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Holden FE (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Holden FE should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Holden FE weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Holden FE 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 1959 Holden FE. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, 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, 1959 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1959 Holden FE | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 127 | FE |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
