1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. 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 Suzuki Swift, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Belmont | Swift |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
