1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1981 Lancia Beta is newer by 13 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta 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 1981 Lancia Beta.
Because 1968 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Beta. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1981 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Belmont | Beta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
