1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 490 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | Familia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
