1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1976 Mazda Familia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 565 kg more than 1976 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 (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | Familia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
