1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1973 Holden Belmont. 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, 2013 Mazda 3, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 3 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
