1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 1996 Holden Nova is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova, 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | Nova |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
