1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 560 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Prefect | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Prefect | Belmont |
Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2830 mm |