1990 Fiat Vivace vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1990 Fiat Vivace is newer by 22 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 12 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 390 kg more than 1990 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1990 Fiat Vivace, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Vivace | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Vivace | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
