1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont

To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 655 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990, 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 1991 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1991 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Innocenti 990 1974 Holden Belmont
Make Innocenti Holden
Model 990 Belmont
Year Released 1991 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 992 cc 5042 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 427 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2830 mm


 

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