1959 Abarth 750 vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 740 kg more than 1959 Abarth 750. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Abarth | Holden |
| Model | 750 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |
