1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 30 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis, 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Avensis |
Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |