1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2011 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i10 is newer by 39 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 48 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 392 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i10. 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, 2011 Hyundai i10, 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2011 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Belmont | i10 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3565 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1595 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |