1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 323 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1069 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
