1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 Mini Cooper Roadster (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster.
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 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Holden | Mini |
Model | Belmont | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2466 mm |