1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2000 Renault Twingo is newer by 28 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 59 more horse power than 2000 Renault Twingo. (57 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 520 kg more than 2000 Renault Twingo. 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, 2000 Renault Twingo, 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2000 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Belmont | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
