1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 620 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
