2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Palio | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
