1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 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 34 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
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, 2002 Mazda 6, 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 6 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
