1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 15 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster 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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Belmont | Etna |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
