1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (213 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6, 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
