1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 28 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 34 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Belmont | Berlina |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |