1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 29 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 396 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
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, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Pod |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 430 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |