1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2006 Lotus Exige 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 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 359 kg more than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Belmont | Exige |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |