1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1955 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1972 Holden Belmont is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1955 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 490 kg more than 1955 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1955 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Holden | Trabant |
| Model | Belmont | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
