2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 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 49 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Panda, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 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 | 1968 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Fiat | Holden |
| Model | Panda | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
