1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2004 Nissan Almera is newer by 33 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Almera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Almera weights approximately 34 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, 2004 Nissan Almera, 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Almera. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2004 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Almera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
