1966 Fiat 500 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 420 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat 500 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 1966 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1966 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1966 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat 500 | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | 500 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2530 mm |
