1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 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 194 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 260 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Belmont | 203 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |
