1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Kia Potentia
To start off, 2000 Kia Potentia is newer by 29 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 4,140 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Kia Potentia. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Potentia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Potentia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Potentia. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Potentia. 2000 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2000 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Belmont | Potentia |
Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |