1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 39 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 38 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 2010 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 will offer significantly more control. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Holden | Audi |
| Model | Belmont | A3 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
