1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 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 215 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 765 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Holden | Trabant |
Model | Belmont | P 601 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2030 mm |