1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 25 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 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 625 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
Make | Holden | Lotec |
Model | Belmont | Testa de Oro |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 900 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1650 kg |