1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 295 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 132 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
