1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Because 1975 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 1975 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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 Ford C-Max (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Belmont | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2788 mm |
