1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1983 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1983 Lancia Beta is newer by 15 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, 1983 Lancia Beta (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 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 156 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta.
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, 1983 Lancia Beta (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1983 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Belmont | Beta |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |