1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carens weights approximately 175 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, 2012 Kia Carens, 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Carens |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
