1969 AMC Hornet vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1971 Holden Belmont is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet 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 28 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 31 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet. 1969 AMC Hornet has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 AMC Hornet will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC Hornet | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | AMC | Holden |
| Model | Hornet | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4983 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
