1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 372 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Holden | Fiat |
Model | Belmont | Panda |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |