1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 41 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 105 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
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, 2012 Hyundai ix35, 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 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Belmont | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
