1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1975 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 Lancia Beta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 365 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Beta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1975 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Belmont | Beta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |