1969 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 31 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (247 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | Familia |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3034 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |