1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 35 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. 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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | Fit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |
