1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1971 Mazda 1000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 1000. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000. 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 1000. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | 1000 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |