1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Beta (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Because 1972 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 1972 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Belmont | Beta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
