1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1979 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1979 Lancia Stratos is newer by 10 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 371 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1979 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Belmont | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2190 mm |
