1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 250 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 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Belmont | Lancer |
| 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 | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2649 mm |
