1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 675 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
