1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 20 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 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 382 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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 (246 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Tipo | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
