2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2830 mm |
