1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Swift is newer by 32 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 640 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2003 Suzuki Swift, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2003 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Belmont | Swift |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
