1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 38 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 12 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 1007. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 122 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 1007. 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, 2010 Peugeot 1007, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 1007. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2010 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Belmont | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2320 mm |
