1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 33 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, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Honda Civic, 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Civic |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |