1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 23 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, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 1973 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 1973 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | CRX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
