1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 206 is newer by 35 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 206.
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, 2009 Peugeot 206, 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 (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2009 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Belmont | 206 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
