1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman 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 Mini Cooper Countryman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 45 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 Mini Cooper Countryman, 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | Belmont | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2596 mm |