1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1949 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 100 kg more than 1949 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Renown. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1949 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Belmont | Renown |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
