1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 125 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, 2010 Kia Sportage, 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Belmont | Sportage |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2629 mm |