1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1981 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Avanti Avanti (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 200 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Avanti | Holden |
Model | Avanti | Belmont |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |