1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1967 Holden HR
To start off, 1976 Holden Belmont is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 35 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 1967 Holden HR | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | HR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3048 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
