1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Accent is newer by 40 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, 2013 Hyundai Accent (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 223 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2013 Hyundai Accent, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Accent. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2013 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Belmont | Accent |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1117 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
