2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 514 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Commodore | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2301 mm |