1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 360 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Holden | Fiat |
| Model | Belmont | 500 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
