2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 20 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 425 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Seicento | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
