2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Because 1968 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 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo, 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Fiat | Holden |
Model | Doblo | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |