1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 35 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 2,450 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 480 kg more than 1969 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis, 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Belmont | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2129 cc | 2450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
