1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Holden | Rover |
Model | Belmont | P4 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |