1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 37 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, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Holden | Audi |
Model | Belmont | A4 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2809 mm |