2005 Fiat Croma vs. 1975 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 30 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 260 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont. 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, 2005 Fiat Croma, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 1975 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Croma | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
