1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 28 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 519 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
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 (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Belmont | Elise |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
