1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (62 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 465 kg more than 1959 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | 1200 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |