2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Vauxhall |
| Model | Panda | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
