1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont 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 179 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 415 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Belmont | 15 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
