2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
