1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 12 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Belmont | Beta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |