1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 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 72 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 259 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. 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 Rio, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Rio |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2499 mm |
