1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1977 Mazda 121
To start off, 1977 Mazda 121 is newer by 3 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 196 kg more than 1977 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 121. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1977 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 121 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
