1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1973 Holden Belmont is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Holden | Wartburg |
| Model | Belmont | 312 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
