1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Mazda AZ-1
To start off, 1992 Mazda AZ-1 is newer by 23 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 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 555 kg more than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. 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 (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda AZ-1. (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda AZ-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Belmont | 1992 Mazda AZ-1 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | AZ-1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2240 mm |
