1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Lancia Thema
To start off, 2012 Lancia Thema is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Thema (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Thema weights approximately 622 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, 2012 Lancia Thema (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2012 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Holden | Lancia |
| Model | Belmont | Thema |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 363 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3053 mm |
