1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 405 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Belmont | 440 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
