2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 403 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Punto | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4140 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |
