1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 29 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 2 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 9 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
