1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 153 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2013 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Holden | Ford |
Model | Belmont | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
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 | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1172 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2489 mm |