1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 37 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 431 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Belmont | Exige |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2299 mm |