1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 32 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 41 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2400 mm |
