1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 8 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Tipo | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
