1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 39 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Belmont | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
