1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 550 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2200 mm |
