1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1955 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1968 Holden Belmont is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 200 kg more than 1955 Talbot 2500.
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, 1955 Talbot 2500 (197 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1955 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Holden | Talbot |
Model | Belmont | 2500 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |