1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 38 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Altea weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. 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, 2009 Seat Altea, 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Belmont | Altea |
Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |