1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1984 Talbot Samba is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont 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 72 more horse power than 1984 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1984 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 581 kg more than 1984 Talbot Samba. 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 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 1984 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Holden | Talbot |
| Model | Belmont | Samba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
