1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 27 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 69 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 630 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Today |
Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |