1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Belmont | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
