1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 26 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 40 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.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 1959 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1200 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
