1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Honda CRX
To start off, 1995 Honda CRX is newer by 24 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 2 more horse power than 1995 Honda CRX. (131 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 290 kg more than 1995 Honda CRX. 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, 1995 Honda CRX, 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 1995 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | CRX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
