1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 33 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Holden Belmont.
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, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
