1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 12 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris, 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 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
