1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 41 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Belmont | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |