1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Holden Belmont is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 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 8 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Belmont | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
