2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 500 | Berlina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
