1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 105 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Holden | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Belmont | 2600 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |