1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 495 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127, 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | 127 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
