1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 525 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Corsa |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |