1956 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,869 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Bel Air | Frontera |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3869 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |