1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 76 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 Nissan ALTIMA, 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
