1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 31 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 136 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos. 2002 Honda Vamos 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. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Vamos |
Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4140 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |