2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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 175 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
