1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Holden | Triumph |
| Model | Belmont | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2110 mm |
