1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 308 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Belmont | 500 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2301 mm |