1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
