1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1956 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1973 Holden Belmont is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Talbot Sport (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Talbot Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 340 kg more than 1956 Talbot Sport.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 1956 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Belmont | Sport |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
