1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Belmont | Lancer |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
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 | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2634 mm |