1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 23 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 114 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (124 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Kappa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Kappa. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Belmont | Kappa |
Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |