1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Tatra T603 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1973 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont.
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, 1969 Holden Belmont (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Holden | Tatra |
Model | Belmont | T603 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 2470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |