1990 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1990 Fiat Panda is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (53 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 350 kg more than 1990 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Panda. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Panda | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2530 mm |
