1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1975 Fiat 130 is newer by 1 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. 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, 1975 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 130 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| 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 | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
