1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Rover 220
To start off, 1992 Rover 220 is newer by 21 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 220 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 187 kg more than 1992 Rover 220.
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, 1992 Rover 220, 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 220. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1992 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Belmont | 220 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
