1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1974 Peugeot 504 is newer by 6 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 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. 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 Peugeot 504 (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Belmont | 504 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |