1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic 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 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 83 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Honda Civic, 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 (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4140 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
