1978 Chrysler 160 vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1978 Chrysler 160 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 295 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 160. 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 160. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler 160 | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | 160 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
