1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1985 Mazda 121
To start off, 1985 Mazda 121 is newer by 14 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 121. (55 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 655 kg more than 1985 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 121, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 121. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1985 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 121 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
