1992 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1976 Holden Torana
To start off, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Torana (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 400 kg more than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Holden Torana 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 1976 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1976 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Cinquecento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Cinquecento | 1976 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Cinquecento | Torana |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 897 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
