1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 33 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
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, 2007 Lancia Lybra, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Holden | Lancia |
Model | Belmont | Lybra |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |