1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 148 kg more than 1973 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Primera, 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, 2006 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Primera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
