1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 18 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 120 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Thema. (118 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema. 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, 1989 Lancia Thema, 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (165 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Belmont | Thema |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
