1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
