1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1972 Holden Belmont is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
