1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Torana weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1974 Holden Torana (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Seicento | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Seicento | Torana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 899 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
