1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 36 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, 2010 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 124 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. 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, 2010 Kia Optima, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Optima |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
