1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 36 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 30 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Belmont | Citi |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |