1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont 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 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Belmont | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |