1995 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 24 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 49 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (189 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1971 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider. (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Holden |
Model | Spider | Belmont |
Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2957 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |