1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 40 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 2,833 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 170 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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | 6 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2789 mm |