1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube. 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 Nissan Cube, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Cube |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
