1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 38 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 139 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Holden | Hyundai |
| Model | Belmont | i20 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2525 mm |
