1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 MCC Smart
To start off, 2002 MCC Smart is newer by 29 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 36 more horse power than 2002 MCC Smart. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 524 kg more than 2002 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC Smart. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 2002 MCC Smart | |
Make | Holden | MCC |
Model | Belmont | Smart |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |