1976 Chrysler 1609 vs. 1976 Holden Belmont
To start off, both 1976 Chrysler 1609 and 1976 Holden Belmont were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler 1609 | 1976 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | 1609 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |