1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (76 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 275 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 1200 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
