1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 31 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 125 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 481 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Hyundai Atos, 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 (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Holden | Hyundai |
Model | Belmont | Atos |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1085 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2460 mm |