1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 37 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 540 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, 2006 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Belmont | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
