1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1972 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 4 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 81 more horse power than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 636 kg more than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Steyr Haflinger. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1972 Steyr Haflinger | |
Make | Holden | Steyr |
Model | Belmont | Haflinger |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 3043 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 2860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1510 mm |